Individualistic Values and Support Provided to Grandchildren
Author Information
Author(s): Zhou Tianqi, Lakomý Martin, Silverstein Merril
Primary Institution: Syracuse University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the relationship between individualistic/collectivistic value orientation and grandparental support.
Conclusion
Individualistic value orientation influences instrumental support provided by grandparents, while its impact on emotional support is not evident.
Supporting Evidence
- Individualistic value orientation influences instrumental support provided by grandparents.
- Emotional support's relationship with individualistic values was not evident.
- Instrumental support is more common in families with younger grandparents and grandchildren.
- Emotional support is more prevalent in families with highly educated grandparents.
Takeaway
This study looks at how grandparents' personal values affect the help they give to their grandkids, like driving them places or helping when they're sick.
Methodology
The study used multilevel random-intercept models on data from the Longitudinal Study of Generations.
Participant Demographics
Older individuals with the youngest grandchild aged 0-16, nested in 307 families.
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